[Elecraft] Ideas for an FT8 Radio

[Walter Underwood]

One issue with an all-in-one is that computer technology improves much, much faster than radio technology. So after five years, the radio will still be competitive, but the computer might not even run current software.

wunder
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> On Dec 30, 2018, at 11:07 AM, Jeff Stai <wk6i.jeff at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Well, since we are dreaming about things that probably won't happen...;) An
> all in one appeals because it is portable, perhaps even trail ready.
> 
> There are plenty of good mini keyboard/trackpads units already out there,
> so use one of those. Since you are using an external keyboard, skip the
> complexity of a swivel screen. A kickstand would be nice though. You said
> all mode but it's an FT8 radio so keep it that way; you could maybe include
> CW if it is easy. It will also need a stable clock...
> 
> There are more powerful options for CPU nowadays than Raspberry Pi. If you
> think ahead, this unit could have enough oomph for future digi modes.
> 
> If it was a solder kit I'd probably be in for one. 5-10W with an option for
> more watts sounds okay for that.
> 
> Or just port WSJT-X to a tablet computer and use it with a KX2. ;) 73 and
> happy new year - jeff wk6i
> 
> 
> On Sat, Dec 29, 2018 at 1:27 PM Doug Millar via Elecraft <
> elecraft at mailman.qth.net> wrote:
> 
>> Ok, I am going out on a limb. I have been trying to imagine an FT8 all in
>> one radio. How about this- A radio that is 6 by 10" or so with a screen
>> that lays flat on top and swivels up for use. Mouse but only and an
>> optional keyboard since the programs are primarily mouse driven. The
>> computer (raspberry pi et al.)  inside the radio box. 50watts output,
>> 160-6m and all mode. A jack for an external monitor would be good. This
>> would make a very portable digital radio that only needs an antenna, dc,
>> and a mouse or track pad to make it work, but also have the ability to
>> expand for more fixed use.
>>    What do you think?
>>      61, Doug K6JEY
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